2002 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
