1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 43 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 91 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |
