1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 42 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 200 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Spider | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |