1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Audi 80
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 284 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | 80 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
