1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 250 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
