1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 37 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 850 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
