2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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 Steppenwolf (320 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Steppenwolf | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
