1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Panda |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 30 L |