1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 420 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
