1990 Audi V8 vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | V8 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
