1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 31 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 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | Vision |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
