2009 Audi R8 vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno 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 @ 8000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. 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 1985 Fiat Uno. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8 | Uno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
