1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 362 kg more than 1983 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Camaro |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |