1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 128 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
