1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1996 Audi RS2
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 6 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1996 Audi RS2 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | RS2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
