1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Audi 100
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Audi 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Giulia | 100 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |