1981 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 102 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
