1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 467 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulietta | Spider |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
