2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Seicento | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
