1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Cabriolet | A8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |