1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 131 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2809 mm |
