1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 585 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Blazer |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |