1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 33 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 61 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 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 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | 146 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |