1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Panda | A5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
