1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 28 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 99 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
