2005 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
