1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 850 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
