1993 Audi Coupe vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1993 Audi Coupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi Coupe weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi Coupe, 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, 1993 Audi Coupe (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi Coupe | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |
