1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Palio | R8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
