2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
