1994 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
