1986 Audi 90 vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. 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 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 90 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
