1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 13 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos 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 | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Spider | Stratos |
Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |