1999 Audi R8R vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 850 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | R8R | 850 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 66 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |