1985 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 230 kg more than 2012 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, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
