2005 Audi RS4 vs. 1969 Fiat 850
To start off, 2005 Audi RS4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 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, 2005 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS4 | 1969 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | RS4 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
