1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Sprint | A5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
