1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 38 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1247 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.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana 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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Savana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3429 mm |
