1987 Audi 90 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. 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 90 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 90 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
