1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 648 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
