1978 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 100 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
