1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 2000 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
