1998 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 284 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A6 | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |