1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 131 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
