1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1969 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 3 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Austin 3-Litre | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | 3-Litre |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |