1971 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
