1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | 200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
