2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Astro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
