1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 133 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2649 mm |
