1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Audi 100
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulietta | 100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
