1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Chrysler ES
To start off, 1990 Chrysler ES is newer by 28 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Chrysler ES | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | ES |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
