1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
