1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 44 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
