1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | A6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
