2009 Audi R8 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP) has 438 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | R8 | 1500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |