1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1982 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 66 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 1982 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2550 mm |
