1985 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 100 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
