1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | 2600 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |