1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Bizzarrini Manta
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta 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 | 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Spider | Manta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
