1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (226 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
