1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 36 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) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
