1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 80 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Cinquecento | 80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
