1976 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Audi 100 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
