2006 Audi A3 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
