1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 918 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2916 mm |
