1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Audi Avantissimo
To start off, 2002 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 625 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Audi Avantissimo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | Avantissimo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
