1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 33 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera 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 | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Spider | Catera |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |