1976 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1976 Audi 100 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 1976 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
