1985 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
