1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 38 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 944 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfetta | A8 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 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 | 1080 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2992 mm |