1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |