1975 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Audi 100.
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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
