1978 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |