2007 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
