1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1967 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 MG MGC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Spider | MGC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
