1984 Audi 90 vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
