2004 Audi A4 vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
