1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC 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 101 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. 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 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1960 Holden FC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Spider | FC |
Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 |