1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1981 Audi 80
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1981 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 75 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
