1995 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
