1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | A6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2912 mm |
