1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1986 Audi 200
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1986 Audi 200 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1986 Audi 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 75 | 200 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |