1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1980 Audi Quattro
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1980 Audi Quattro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Quattro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
