1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, both 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |