1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 17 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 139 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 745 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 126 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
