1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 34 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfetta | RS5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
