1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 87 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 510 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |