2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
