2005 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
