1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 35 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper 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 | 2000 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | Viper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
