1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 38 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 352 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (167 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Spider | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
