2003 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Mirafiori has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Audi A6 1979 Fiat Mirafiori
Make Audi Fiat
Model A6 Mirafiori
Year Released 2003 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 76.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 50 L