1971 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, both 1971 Audi 100 and 1971 Fiat 130 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. 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 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi 100 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 130 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |