1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1971 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
