1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Spider | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
