1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 13 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 2,582 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 20 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 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 | 1979 Saab 900 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Spider | 900 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |