1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1984 Audi 4000
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000. 1984 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1984 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
