1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1968 Audi 100
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1968 Audi 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfa 6 | 100 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |