1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | 200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |