1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP) has 308 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 124 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 367 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2992 mm |
