1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 2 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Panda |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |