1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, both 1973 Fiat 500 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 57 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi 80 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1973 Audi 80 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 500 | 80 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |