1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 1978 Fiat 133 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 130 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 133 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |