1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1942 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 610 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. 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.
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1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1942 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1942 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 567 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |