1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 6 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 8 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Alfetta | Spider |
Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |