1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Chrysler Executive
To start off, 1983 Chrysler Executive is newer by 20 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Executive. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Executive weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Executive.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Chrysler Executive | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | Executive |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
