1976 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 100 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
