2007 Audi A3 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 54 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 635 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 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
