2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Punto | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
