1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1312 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Suburban |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |