1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 has manual transmission. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 155 | A8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |