1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Spider | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
