1985 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
