1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | RS5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2751 mm |