1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1230 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1997 Chevrolet Express 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. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Express |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3440 mm |
