1980 Audi UR vs. 1978 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 665 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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 UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1978 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | UR | 126 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |
