1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 664 kg more than 1972 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
