2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
