1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 131 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2807 mm |