2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 10 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
