1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 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 120 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 604 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1963 Honda S500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | S500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |