2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1980 Audi UR
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Audi UR.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1980 Audi UR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | UR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
