2007 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
