1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 250 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre 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 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Spider | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
