1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 63 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 904 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 1900 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2992 mm |
