1990 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 80 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
