1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2002 Audi A8
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 52 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 940 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 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A8 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 | 2002 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 1900 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 3936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
