2006 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
