1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 45 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Rover 825 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Spider | 825 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |