1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 40 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 242 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
