1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 15 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |