1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2011 Audi R8

To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.

Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Fiat Cabriolet 2011 Audi R8
Make Fiat Audi
Model Cabriolet R8
Year Released 1964 2011
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1221 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 525 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 90 L