1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Audi Q3

To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200.

Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fiat 1200 2012 Audi Q3
Make Fiat Audi
Model 1200 Q3
Year Released 1960 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 1964 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1600 mm


 

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