1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 26 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) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 446 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1113 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
