1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Audi AL2
To start off, 2001 Audi AL2 is newer by 39 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 88 more horse power than 2001 Audi AL2. (75 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi AL2 (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Audi AL2 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 | 2001 Audi AL2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | AL2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
