1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 355 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 1972 Fiat 124. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 124 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2914 mm |
