1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 28 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 75 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2914 mm |
