2005 Audi A8 vs. 1958 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1958 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
