1986 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 15 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 440 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 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 |
