2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider

To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Alfa Romeo 156 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model 156 Spider
Year Released 2000 1964
Body Type Station Wagon Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 2582 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 79.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 100 L


 

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