1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 26 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 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | 100 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 266 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
