1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 48 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 87 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
