1991 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 85 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 80 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
