1999 Audi R8 vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 1999 Audi R8 and 1999 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 1999 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
