1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1972 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 90 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
