2005 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 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 260 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
