1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 34 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfa 6 | A5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |