1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Spider | FE |
Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |