1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 673 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.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain will offer significantly more control. 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 Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Spider | Terrain |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2857 mm |