2001 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
