1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1991 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet SS (245 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1991 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | SS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3000 mm |
