1991 Audi V8 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | V8 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
