2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1963 Fiat 1500

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi Q7 1963 Fiat 1500
Make Audi Fiat
Model Q7 1500
Year Released 2009 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3597 cc 1481 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2660 mm