1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 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 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GT | A4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |