1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 1968 Fiat 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 140 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 600 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |