1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 96 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | A6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
