1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 46 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 864 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango 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 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Durango |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 93 L |
