1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 800 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 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 125 | A5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |