1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 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 63 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. 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 1976 Fiat 131. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Quattro | 131 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
