2005 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Because 1958 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1958 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
