1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 31 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. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |