1996 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 320 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
