1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2260 mm |
