1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi Coupe weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
