1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, both 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1991 Audi 80 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 164 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
