1985 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 27 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 100 | MiTo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
