1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster 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 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tesla |
| Model | Spider | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2352 mm |
