1975 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1975 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 131 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
