1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Spider | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 28 L |
