1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfa 6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
