1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Spider | P4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |