1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
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, 1963 Porsche 356 (126 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1963 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | 356 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
