1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ecobasic is newer by 33 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 103 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 574 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Fiat Ecobasic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Ecobasic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
