1975 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 80 (163 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 80 | 126 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 25 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 49 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |