1996 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
