1970 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |