1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 154 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Rover 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Spider | 400 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |