1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 AMC Matador
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 531 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | Spider | Matador |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 92 L |
