1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 125 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
