1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 31 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saturn SC weights approximately 7 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC. 1998 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Saturn SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
Model | Spider | SC |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |