1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 152 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | A6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |