1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi 80 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1972 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Punto | 80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
