1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 41 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 422 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Malibu |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |