1975 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 378 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
