1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1989 Audi 90
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1989 Audi 90 (188 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1989 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTA | 90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
