1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 37 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Strada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2718 mm |
