2009 Audi A4 vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 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 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. 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 1961 Fiat 500. 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 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A4 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1950 mm |