1984 Audi 90 vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 90 | 164 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |