2007 Audi A4 vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
