1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 500 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 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 | 540 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
