1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 126 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |
