1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 276 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
Model | Spider | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 296 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |