1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 80 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
