1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
