1995 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4, 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, 1995 Audi A4 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |
