1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Yukon (448 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3310 mm |
