1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 768 kg more than 1980 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 CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Spider | CTS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |