1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 104 kg more than 1962 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTV | Spider |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
