2004 Audi S4 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
