1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 538 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3200 mm |
