1977 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
