1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1640 kg |
