2009 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 2009 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | Uno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
