1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 256 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2260 mm |
