1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 11 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Spider | Avenger |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |