1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1998 Chevrolet Malibu were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 36 kg more than 1998 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 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, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
