2007 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1972 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
