1985 Audi 90 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 15 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 140 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, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
