1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 850 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2809 mm |
