1981 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 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 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 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 | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
