2008 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
