1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1981 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Spider | Sierra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3645 mm |