1994 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. 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 A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
