1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1981 Audi 100
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1981 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
