1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 33 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 61 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Rover 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Spider | 200 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |