1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
