1994 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
