2006 Audi A8 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
