1976 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Fiat 125
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125.
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, 1973 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1973 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 125 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |