1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 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 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
