2005 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
