1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 130 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
