1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Audi A8

To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Fiat 130 2012 Audi A8
Make Fiat Audi
Model 130 A8
Year Released 1970 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3238 cc 6300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 627 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5268 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3122 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 90 L