1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 500 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |