1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 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 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfa 6 | A5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |