1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 787 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | Spider | 1700 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
