2002 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
