1991 Audi 80 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 1200 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 1960 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Audi 80 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
