1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
| Model | Spider | M12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
