2009 Audi A3 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
