1975 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1998 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Marea |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
