1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Buick Electra
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 24 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra 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 | 1987 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Spider | Electra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
