1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 44 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (156 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |