1986 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
