2000 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
