1981 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3460 mm |
