1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 291 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
