1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 246 weights approximately 80 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 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 | 1973 Ferrari 246 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | 246 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
