1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1981 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
Model | Spider | Avanti |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |