1971 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 128 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
