1985 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
