1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Fiat 126
To start off, 1992 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 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 137 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 682 kg more than 1992 Fiat 126. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 126 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
