1980 Audi Sport vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 28 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 152 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sport | 156 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |