2009 Audi R8 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
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 Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
