1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
