1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 GMC Yukon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
