1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
