2005 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
