1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 500 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
