1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | Graduate |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
