1981 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 80 | Panda |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |