2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 156 | Spider |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |