1986 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1997 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
