1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 48 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
