1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 221 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Express |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3440 mm |
