2009 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1976 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1976 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1976 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
