1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 710 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | Viano |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2148 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 | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |