2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2010 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | TT |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |