1979 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
