2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 147 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
