1981 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 31 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
