2009 Audi A5 vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A5 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | 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 Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |