1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1970 Audi 100
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1970 Audi 100 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | V6 | 100 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1871 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |