1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 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 62 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |