1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 106 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 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 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | Spider | G33 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
