2005 Audi S4 vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
