1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1973 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 520 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Spider | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |