1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Audi A8
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |