1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 49 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R 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 1098 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 1900 | R8R |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1090 mm |
