1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 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 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 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 | 1160 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
