1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1986 Audi 90
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1986 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
