1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 47 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Spider | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |