2007 Audi S8 vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 393 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
