2003 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
