1979 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
