1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Comodoro |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |