1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1976 Audi 100
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Audi 100 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1976 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
