1986 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
