1974 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 127 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 127 | A4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 902 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |