1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 44 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1105 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy 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 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
