ALFA ROMEO Spider 1990-1993 Photos, engines & full specs

After almost a quarter of a century, Alfa Romeo prepared a final update for its classic roadster, the Spider.

The Spider was one of the most iconic cars built by the Italian carmaker after WWII. Even if Alfa Romeo didn't sell it in huge numbers, it remained a classic car that combined the driving pleasure with a touch of luxury. In 1990, the carmaker introduced a few upgrades.

On the outside, the car was almost the same as the original 1966 model but sported new bumpers both front and rear. Its round headlights with chromed rings around them remained in position. At the back, the long-tail design and the new, wrapped-around bumper looked natural for a 1990 vehicle. Alfa Romeo also changed the taillights, trying to have a modern look.

Inside, the Italian carmaker offered the Spider in two trim levels. While the base version featured cloth seats and nothing more, the Veloce top-trim level sported leather seats, air-conditioning, and a stereo-cassette player. Its in-dash mounted gear stick was a tribute paid to the old '60s platform used by Alfa Romeo. Unlike most of its competitors who lacked in that area, the trunk was big enough for a long journey, unlike most of its competitors. Its two-seat interior was good for the '60s, but in the '90s, it was already too small, with a windshield too narrow.

Under the hood, Alfa Romeo managed to install a 2.0-liter engine fed by a fuel injection system. That improvement raised the power and lowered the fuel consumption for the little roadster. It was paired as standard with a five-speed manual gearbox, while the carmaker offered a three-speed automatic as an option.