1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider

To start off, 1971 Abarth 595 is newer by 3 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Abarth 595 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider
Make Abarth Alfa Romeo
Model 595 Spider
Year Released 1971 1968
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 594 cc 2580 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 27 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 470 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 2980 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 47 L