1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 750 | Spider |
Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |