1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra 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 101 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 90 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
