1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 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 89 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Panda |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |