2009 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
