1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1966 Rover P5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Spider | P5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |