1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 146 | A5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |