1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Impala |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
