2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 146 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 46 L |
