1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2005 Skoda Superb 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 157 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Superb. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Spider | Superb |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
