1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 158 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Corvette |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |