2005 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A4 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
