1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2003 Audi A6

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 53 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 818 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 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A6 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 2003 Audi A6
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 1900 A6
Year Released 1950 2003
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 400 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 93 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 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2850 mm


 

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