1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A5 (350 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 75 | A5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |