2008 Audi S5 vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S5 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |
