1985 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
