2012 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S4 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
