1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 740 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram 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 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Ram |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
