1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | 100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
