1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Audi 100
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1982 Audi 100 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Audi 100. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Audi 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | 100 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |