1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Audi 80
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | 80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
