1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 610 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 750 | 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 750 | Spider |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |