2009 Audi A4 vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
Make Audi Alfa Romeo
Model A4 1900
Year Released 2009 1951
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1883 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 140 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Top Speed 241 km/hour 171 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2510 mm