1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 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 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
