1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Vivace | A6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2912 mm |
