1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Ram |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
