1978 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1978 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
