1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1975 ZIL 117 is newer by 12 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | ZIL |
Model | Spider | 117 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |