1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 43 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 787 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Spider | Defender |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 93 L |