1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Palio |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |