1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1986 Audi 80
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 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 | 1986 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
