1977 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 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 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
