2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1972 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Allroad (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 1972 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Allroad | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
