1980 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (86 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
