2001 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A8 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
