1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 218 kg more than 1967 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |