2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 17 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, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
