1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 34 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), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Spider | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
