1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1974 Audi 80
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1974 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1974 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
