1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 Audi S3
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 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 V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2002 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
