1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 35 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 25 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (164 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | 156 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |