1973 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 124 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 124 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |