1975 Audi 50 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 50 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
