1981 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
