1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 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 149 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 860 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |