1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 39 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 93 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Punto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 49 L |
