1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Tigra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |