1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 24 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 30 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
