1986 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 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 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
