1979 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Autobianchi A 112
To start off, both 1979 Audi 100 and 1979 Autobianchi A 112 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | |
Make | Audi | Autobianchi |
Model | 100 | A 112 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 928 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |