1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Vivace | A8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 6299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2992 mm |