1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 1100 | A4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1087 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |