1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1975 Audi 80
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 140 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1975 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 1900 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
