1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 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 501 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 126 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2649 mm |
