1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 126 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2578 mm |
