1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 540 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
