1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (200 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (407 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
