1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 132 | A7 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4969 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2914 mm |