1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 219 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Express |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 117 L |
