2012 Audi A3 vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A3 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
