1980 Audi Sport vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sport | 146 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |