1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra 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 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 63 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 232 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Astra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |