1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Berline |
Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |