1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1987 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1987 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfetta | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
