1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
