1987 Audi 80 vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Audi 80.
Because 1951 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 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 |
