2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1985 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1985 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | MiTo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
