1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 43 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 488 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |
