1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 500 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
