1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | 147 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
