2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 39 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 156 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 220 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 | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
