1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Panda | A4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |
