2000 Audi S3 vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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 S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
