1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 500 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |
