1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
