1999 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 Fiat 132. 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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
