1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 1300 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |