1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1994 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GTA | A6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |