2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
