1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
