1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1987 Audi 80
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1987 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
