1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1991 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1991 Dodge Monaco is newer by 25 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 25 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Dodge Monaco (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Monaco 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 | 1991 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
