1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
