1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
