1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 45 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 63 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
