1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1997 Audi A4
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut and 1997 Audi A4 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (160 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Audi A4 (231 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1997 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Sportut | A4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
