1988 Audi 200 vs. 1974 Fiat 500
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 500 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 1974 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200, 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1974 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 200 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 22 L |
