2001 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A6 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
