1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 840 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | Spider | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
