1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Spider | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2930 mm |