2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1991 Audi 200
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1991 Audi 200. (217 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 200 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 1991 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 200. (315 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1991 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
