1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 27 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 164 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 | 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Spider | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
