1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2751 mm |
