1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 42 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Spider | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
