The Alfa Romeo Spider 1600 “Duetto” (105 series), introduced in 1966, is one of the most iconic Italian roadsters. Designed by Pininfarina, its boat-tail styling and graceful lines made it an instant classic. Famously featured in The Graduate (1967), the Duetto became a cultural symbol of 1960s youth and freedom. In 1967, Alfa Romeo introduced the 1750 Spider Veloce, replacing the 1.6L engine with a 1.8L (1,779 cc) unit producing 118 hp, along with upgrades like a front anti-roll bar and hydraulic clutch. Though the “Duetto” name was never official (due to trademark issues), it remains the beloved nickname for the early Spiders.
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The Duetto offers a pure, analog driving feel that is light, balanced, and communicative. The high-revving engine delivers smooth power, while the rear-wheel-drive chassis provides engaging handling. It excels on coastal and mountain roads, offering an open-air experience that defines classic Italian motoring.
Engineering Information
| Bodywork: | Pininfarina |
| Model variants / construction time: | 1955-1959 (750D), 1959-1962 (101.03) |
| Motor: | Four cylinders in line, water-cooled |
| Motor installation position: | front, lengthways |
| Drive | Rear |
| Wheelbase | 2.200 (750D)/ 2.250 (101.03) |
| Length / Width / Height (mm): | 3.850 / 1.580 / 1.335 (750D) 3.900 / 1.580 / 1.500 (101.03) |
| Empty weight | 830 kg (750D)/ 865 kg (101.03) |
| Wheel size | 155-15 |
| Tank capacity | 53 l |
| Consumption | 9 l/100 km |
Engine versions
| Type: | 750D |
| Displacement (cm3): | 1.290 |
| Power (kW / PS – at min-1): | 48/ 65/ 6.000 |
| Top speed | 160 km/h – 100mph |
| Type: | 101.03 |
| Displacement (cm3): | 1.290 |
| Power (kW / PS – at min-1): | 59/ 80 / 6.000 |
| Top speed | 165 km/h – 107mph |
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