2008 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 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 | 70 L | 50 L |
