1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1981 Audi UR | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | UR |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
