1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 27 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 813 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari 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 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Safari |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
