2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | RS6 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 32 L |
