1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1966 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
