2000 Audi S8 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | S8 | Brava |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1369 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 113 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 64.8 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |