1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider

To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. Both 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model Spider Spider
Year Released 1973 1976
Body Type Roadster Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 122 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 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2260 mm


 

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