1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 830 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2852 mm |
