1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Corvette |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |