1995 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 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 126 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 2012 Fiat 500. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2301 mm |
