1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
