1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 36 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 59 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 145 | Spider |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |