1999 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Autobianchi A 112
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1973 Autobianchi A 112 | |
| Make | Audi | Autobianchi |
| Model | A4 | A 112 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
