1995 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 126 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3122 mm |
