1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 27 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | 145 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
