1980 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 200 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
