1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 155 | Spider |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |