1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 32 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 943 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Spider | Stavic |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 342 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |