1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 48 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Cruze |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1797 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |