1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 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 |
