1990 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP) has 338 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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 A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Fiat Panda | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Panda | A8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 372 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |