1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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 1972 Fiat 125. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 125 | A8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 161 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 | 960 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2992 mm |