1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider 1600 Junior Specifications

1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the Spider model has a 1570 cc (95.8 ci) 8 valve Straight 4 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Alfa-Romeo Spider 1600 Junior has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider reaches its peak power of 108 bhp (80 kW) @ 5500 rpm.

Torque:

The 1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider produces torque measuring 105 lb-ft (142.3 Nm) @ 4000 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Spider weighs around 1020 kg (2248 lb). The 1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider Power to weight is 105.8 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 102.9 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider has a top speed of 109 mph (175.4 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 10.80 seconds or 0-100kph in 11.2s. The 1979 Alfa-Romeo Spider estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 15.14 seconds with a trap speed of 78.6 mph.

1979 Spider 1600 Junior Rivals:

• 1970 Ford Escort MK1 Mexico RS
• 1950 Aston-Martin DB2 2.6L
• 1978 Mazda RX7 SA22C

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• 1979 Spider Rivals List.
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