1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfasud | A4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |