1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | S4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
