1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
