1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
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 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
