1980 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
