1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 766 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Spider | Catera |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85 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 | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |