1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1978 Porsche 924 is newer by 10 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 924 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | 924 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |