1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Coupe | 146 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
