1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 Fiat 133
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 133 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
