1997 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 23 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 700 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
