1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 75 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
