1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1967 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 560 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Kadett |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |