1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1072 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Express |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 117 L |
