1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 29 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 50 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | 100 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
