1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 32 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 13 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 75 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
