1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | Quattro | 1100 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |