2005 Audi A2 vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A2 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
