1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1610 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 |
