1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 31 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 273 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder 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 | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
