1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 45 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
