1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Spider | ATS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2776 mm |