1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1987 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1987 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
