1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 45 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Impala |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
