1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1996 Audi S6
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 46 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1996 Audi S6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 1900 | S6 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |