1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 155 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
