1994 Audi V8 vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | V8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
