1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 230 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1900 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
