2009 Audi A4 vs. 1952 Fiat 8V

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 8V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.

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2009 Audi A4 1952 Fiat 8V
Make Audi Fiat
Model A4 8V
Year Released 2009 1952
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 222 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 61.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.5:1
Top Speed 235 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 79 L