2000 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
