1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 626 kg more than 1963 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
