1974 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 500 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 67 L |
