1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, both 1973 Fiat 128 and 1973 Audi 80 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi 80 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 128 | 1973 Audi 80 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 128 | 80 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |