2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
