1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 564 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
