1981 Audi 80 vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
