1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 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 167 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 880 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 500 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 1961 Fiat 500. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1950 mm |