1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 550 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daimler |
Model | Spider | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |