1982 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 80 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
