1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | Charger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
