1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 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 127 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Panda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 32 L |
