1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1973 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 Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (550 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3002 mm |
