1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 32 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV 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 | 1994 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | APV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
