1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 35 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 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 552 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
