2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Grande Punto | Spider |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |