1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 130 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2914 mm |
