1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Spider | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 69 L |
