1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 77 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | Sprint |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
