1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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 | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
Model | Spider | Visconti |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |