2009 Audi R8 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
