2009 Audi A5 vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A5 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
