Alfa Romeo produced the Spider from 1966 to 1993 and during its nearly three-decade-long-lifespan only minor aesthetic and mechanical changes were implemented. The last Spider was produced in April 1993 and the last rear-wheel-drive Alfa Romeo produced before Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione was introduced on 23rd May 2012.The Spider was introduced as a prototype at the Turin Motor Show in 1961, however, due to the continuing success of existing models and the economic challenges facing Italy at the time meant that the first pre-launch production Spiders only began to emerge from the Pininfarina production line at the end of 1965. The Spider's mechanical underpinnings were very similar to those of the Giulia saloon, comprising independent front suspension, coil-suspended live rear axle, and four-wheel servo-assisted disc brake. The engine was the Giulia Sprint GTV's 1.6-liter four.The Duetto was made for just two years before being superseded in 1967 by the 1.8-liter '1750' Spider Veloce. The 1750 Spider was the next step in the genesis of the Duetto Spider and its appearance was nearly identical to the earlier Spider 1600 Duetto.
Produced until 1970, the 1750 initially wore the Duetto's 'round tail' coachwork while later examples gained the 'sawn-off' Kamm-type tail that would characterize the successor 2000 model. It had improved luggage space and several other minor changes including a slightly different grille, a more raked windscreen, improved interior trim, top-hinged pedals, and new door handles. The Spider Veloce gained a 1,962cc engine with 132 horsepower in 1971 and consequently, the name was changed from 1750 Spider Veloce to 2000 Spider Veloce. The following year, production of the 1600 Spider restarted and was called the 'Spider 1600 Junior,' wearing a design that was visually identical to the 1300.
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The racing-type fuel-injected (SPICA - Società Pompe Iniezione Cassani & Affini, a subsidiary of Alfa Romeo - mechanical fuel injection system), twin overhead camshaft, 1779cc engine developing 132 horsepower, making it the most powerful in its class. The European-based examples used two twin horizontal carburetors and reportedly produced the same power as the fuel injection system. The torque peaked early, at only 2,900 RPM and it stayed flat up to five grand. It was backed by a five-speed, fully synchronized transmission with pressure-equalized, power-assisted disc brakes concealed behind wide-treat, high-performance radial-ply tires. The new brake-pressure modulator helps prevent rear-wheel lock-up in emergency stops. The elegant coachwork was by Italian designer Pininfarina and Bertone, with elegant interiors that cradled its occupants in comfort and safety at nearly 120 mph. Among the minor visual differences were the repositioning of the rear-view mirror to the door, and badging place on the back that read 'Alfa Romeo' and 'iniezione' (injection).
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Related Reading : Alfa Romeo 1750 History
The Alfa Romeo 1750 was introduced in 1967 and offered in a variety of body styles and designs. The 1750 Berlina sedan and 1750 GTV coupes were introduced in 1967 which carried designs by Bertone. Inspiration came from the Giulia cars which used the body shell but had changes to the trim. The coupe version sat on a shorter wheelbase. In 1968 a spider version was introduced. Production continued....
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Related Reading : Alfa Romeo 1750 History
Every time I see an Alfa Romeo, I tip my hat, said Henry Ford. A class completely on its own, the Milan based company has produced both auto sport and sports vehicles since 1910. In 1967 Alfa Romeo produced the 17502000 which was a range of Compact executive vehicles offered in a variety of body styles and designs. During this same year the 1750 Berlina sedan and 1750 GTV coupes debuted,....
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