1971 Audi 100 vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
