1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 1400 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |