1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 49 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 71 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | GTI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
