2000 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 55.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2460 mm |
