1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 16 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | Sport |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
