1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
