1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 Audi 80
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 418 kg more than 1975 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 Audi 80 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | 80 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |