1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 39 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 500 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, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek 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 | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Spider | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 69 L |
