1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
