1985 Audi 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 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 112 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
