2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 159 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
