1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 29 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 245 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
