1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 130 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
