1988 Audi 80 vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 80, 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, 1988 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1950 mm |
