1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 525 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 1100 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |