2002 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
