1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Quattro | 166 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |