2004 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1973 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 1973 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 22 L |
