1963 Fiat Berline vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Berline | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Berline | R8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
