1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Coupe | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
