1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfa 6 | A3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 206 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |