1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 41 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra 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 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Vectra |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |