1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTA | A6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
