1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 245 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | Disco Volante |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
