1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
