1981 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 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, 2011 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100.
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, 2011 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
