1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1330 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5965 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 129 L |
