1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Rover Streetwise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Spider | Streetwise |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |