1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 47 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |
