1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1310 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.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (450 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2290 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 |
