1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 850 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 700 | Spider |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |