1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
