1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 39 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | 147 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |