1958 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1958 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1958 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | 356 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
