2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 19 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
