2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |