1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 27 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 99 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Vivace |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |