1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Spider | P4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |