1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 133 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3122 mm |
