1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2012 Audi Q3

To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 62 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 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 2012 Audi Q3
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 1900 Q3
Year Released 1950 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1884 cc 1964 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1600 mm


 

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