1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 310 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (255 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2914 mm |
