1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 37 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | Viano |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |
