1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 34 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Dodge Caravan (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan 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 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
