2007 Audi S8 vs. 1967 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 1967 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | S8 | 850 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |