2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 38 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 166 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
