1986 Audi 80 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
