1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 126 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2649 mm |
