2007 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 790 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, 2007 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
