1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1985 Audi 100
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 and 1985 Audi 100 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1985 Audi 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 90 | 100 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |