1986 Audi 90 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 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 50 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 90 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
