1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 371 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | Quattro | 1200 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |