2008 Audi S8 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
