1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 23 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 99 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Regata |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |