1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Audi A6
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 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, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | A6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |