1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Berline | A4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
