1986 Audi 80 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Audi 80 (173 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
