2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 755 kg more than 2001 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | Calais |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
