1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (169 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000. 1980 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfetta | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
