1981 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 80 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
