1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 27 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 13 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 146 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
