2004 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
