1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 1971 Fiat 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 850 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
